The first beta of the upcoming Trustix Secure Linux 2.1 has been released: "This is the README file for Trustix Secure Linux 2.1 Beta 1, also known as 'Snow'. Note that this is considered beta software and not recommended for production use. All suggestions and bug reports are much appreciated, we would especially like testing and feedback on these new features: Samba with kerberos in an Active Directory environment; the new BIND package structure (with better support for rndc and zone xfers); we've introduced IBM's stack smashing protector patch to GCC in this release, and like all changes to the compiler toolset, this means that we would like you to test that your favourite software still works as desired..." The full announcement. Download: trustix-2.0.90.i586.iso (334MB).

Trustix Secure Linux is a Linux distribution targeted at companies, of all sizes, in need of a low footprint and high security server operating system. Trustix Secure Linux includes the open standards based SoftWare UPdater, SWUP, which keeps all software packages up-to-date, resolves library dependancies and integrates public key cryptography to ensure safety and security.

Trustix Secure Linux 3.0.5 has been released: "The Comodo Trustix team is proud to announce the release of Trustix Secure Linux 3.0.5, an update to the previous 'Tikka Masala'. The new release is named 'Mirch Masala' to describe the new interesting changes associated. This release has its major change from the previous release of 3.0 with the re-introduction of Anaconda as the preferred choice of installer. In addition, most packages have been upgraded to their latest versions upon customer requests. The core updates available are: kernel 2.6.19.7, PostgreSQL 8.2.3, MySQL 5.0.27, CP+ 3.3, Samba 3.0.24." Read the rest of the press release for further details. Download: trustix-3.0.5.i586.iso (629MB, MD5).

The second and last release candidate of Trustix Secure Linux 3.0.5 is ready for testing: "With special requests we have added something newer and more: PostgreSQL 8.2.3; cpplus 3.3; Samba 3.0.24; PHP 5.2.1; bug fixes and security update." Here is the brief release announcement. Download from the mirrors: trustix-3.0.5.rc2.i586.iso (623MB, MD5). Also available via BitTorrent. Trustix Secure Linux is a small Linux distribution for servers, with focus on security and stability.

The first release candidate of Trustix Secure Linux 3.0.5 is ready for testing: "The next version of Trustix Secure Linux is on its way. With this release we are one step closer to making it to the final release of 3.0.5. Thank you all for giving your feedback and input to make Trustix Secure Linux a success. The highlights of this release are: kernel 2.6.19.2; MySQL 5.0.27; multiple security fixes; fix kernel boot issue on IDE hard disks; major bug fixes to some packages. Trustix Secure Linux is a small Linux distribution for servers with focus on security and stability." Here is the brief release announcement. Download: trustix-3.0.5.rc1.i586.iso (623MB, MD5).

The third beta release of Trustix Secure Linux 3.0.5 is ready for testing: "We are pleased to announce that the third beta release of Trustix Secure Linux 3.0.5 is now available. Thanks to many reports and suggestions, this release contains some critical fixes and improvements in the installer and other software. The highlights of third beta are: kernel 2.6.19.1; MySQL 4.1.22; Postfix 2.2.11; multiple security fixes; major upgrades to some critical packages; added support for XFS, ReiserFS and JFS; enabled keyboard selection screen; fixed partition table sync issue during installation. Trustix Secure Linux is a small Linux distribution for servers. With focus on security and stability, the system is painlessly kept safe and up to date from day one using swup, the automated software updater." Here is the full release announcement. Download: trustix-3.0.5.beta3.i586.iso (632MB, MD5).

The second development build of Trustix Secure Linux 3.0.5 has been released: "We are proud to present the second beta release of Trustix Secure Linux 3.0.5. This release fixes some critical issues in the installer and also adds support to new features for easy installation. In addition, most of the packages have been brought up to their latest stable versions. Highlights of recent changes: latest kernel; multiple security fixes; major upgrades to some critical packages; PHP 5.1.6; working PXE installation; fix new keymaps with installer; add better Kickstart support; fix blank screen on installation on some hardware; first stage of ISO size reduction; removed X dependencies in anaconda; fixed boot issues in SMP kernel." Here is the full release announcement. Download: trustix-3.0.5.beta2.i586.iso (608MB, MD5).

The first new version release in over a year, Trustix Secure Linux 3.0.5 Beta 1 is now available for download and testing: "We are proud to announce the first Beta release of the long awaited Comodo Trustix Secure Linux 3.0.5. The focus of this release is to re-introduce Anaconda as being the community preferred choice of installer. Trustix wishes to make use of Anaconda's features and integrate it into installing a secure right server. In addition, most of the packages has been brought up to their latest stable versions." Read the rest of the release announcement for further details. Download: trustix-3.0.5.beta1.i586.iso (700MB, MD5); also available via BitTorrent.

Trustix has released a new version of Trustix Enterprise Firewall, now available under a free (gratis) one-year license: "Comodo owned Trustix, developers of the world's most secure Linux and inventors of the world's first WYSIWYG firewall, today announced that the latest version of Trustix Enterprise Firewall will be available at no charge. The decision enables administrators to protect their networks for free with a firewall developed and maintained by Trustix's highly skilled firewall. Released today, version 4.6 heralds a range a host of improvements and new features including enhanced multi-platform GUI interface, DHCP server and relay support, enhanced monitoring and alerts, advanced logging, stronger High Availability capabilities and numerous other improvements." See the press release and product page for more information. Download: trustix-fw-4.6.i586.iso (519MB, MD5).

Trustix Secure Linux 3.0 has been released: "Trustix, developers of the world's most secure Linux, today announce the most secure operating system ever with the advent of Trustix Secure Linux 3.0. TSL's rapidly expanding new user base has identified a wide range of possible improvements which have now been implemented and made available in this release. Foremost amongst these is the new installer 'Viper' which boasts the ability to poll the latest updates during the installation process. Other additions to the system include X.org X11 libraries, FreeRadius support, easy PXE installs, Mini CD and Net CD versions of the OS, enhanced hardware detection, installation on RAID and logical volumes...." Read the rest of the press release for more information. Download: trustix-3.0.i586.iso (520MB, MD5); also available via BitTorrent.

This is the second release candidate of Trustix Secure Linux 3.0. From the announcement: "Amongst the many enhancements to the new Trustix Installer "Viper" is PXE support. Instructions on how to install over the network using PXE is found in the file /pxeboot/README.txt on the installation CD... With its ease of use and many new features, "Viper" should meet the needs of our growing enterprise community." Download from here: trustix-3.0.i586.iso (484MB, MD5). Also available via BitTorrent.